Suns' Jalen Green exits with apparent injury

The 23-year-old guard has dealt with hamstring and hip issues since joining Phoenix in the Kevin Durant trade.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:53am

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Jalen Green, the Phoenix Suns' young guard acquired in the Kevin Durant trade, exited Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks with an apparent injury. Green limped off the court and went straight to the locker room after playing just four minutes in the first quarter.

Why it matters

Green has been limited to just 31 games this season due to recurring hamstring and hip issues, and his latest setback could be a significant blow to the Suns' playoff push as they fight for positioning in the Western Conference.

The details

After coming over in the Durant trade, Green has struggled with injuries, missing extended time due to right hamstring and hip problems. He reaggravated the hamstring issue in his second game with the Suns and was sidelined for two and a half months before returning in February. Since then, he had played in 24 consecutive games before Wednesday's apparent setback.

  • Green exited the game at the 8:10 mark in the first quarter on April 9, 2026.
  • Green missed two shots and recorded one rebound in the four minutes he played before leaving.

The players

Jalen Green

A 23-year-old guard for the Phoenix Suns who was acquired in the Kevin Durant trade. Green has dealt with recurring hamstring and hip injuries that have limited him to just 31 games this season.

Phoenix Suns

The NBA team that acquired Jalen Green in the Kevin Durant trade and is currently fighting for playoff positioning in the Western Conference.

Dallas Mavericks

The opposing team that the Phoenix Suns were playing against when Jalen Green suffered his latest injury.

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What’s next

The Suns will provide an update on the severity of Jalen Green's injury, and his status for upcoming games will be closely monitored as Phoenix looks to secure a playoff spot.

The takeaway

Jalen Green's latest injury setback is a concerning development for the Suns, who have been counting on the young guard to be a key contributor as they push for the playoffs. The team's depth and ability to weather Green's absences will be tested as they navigate the final stretch of the regular season.